{"id":5456,"date":"2022-09-16T22:02:33","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T22:02:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/?p=5456"},"modified":"2024-11-05T20:54:51","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T20:54:51","slug":"nurse-organizations-boost-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/nurse-organizations-boost-career\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Nurse Organizations to Help Boost Your Career"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurse organizations are devoted to their members&#8217; personal and professional development and the overall advancement of the nursing profession. Joining a reputable organization offers you numerous networking opportunities that provide beneficial professional connections, potentially leading to new career pathways. Many professional nursing organizations also have mentorship programs, continuing education opportunities, certification discounts, online forums, professional and\/or peer-reviewed journals with practice-related information and other valuable resources that might only be available to members. Consider these 11 professional nurse organizations to enhance your career development and access valuable perks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7762 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"Nursing conference\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-1536x806.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-2048x1075.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-705x370.jpg 705w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Nurse-conference-Resized-1410x740.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>General Nurse Organizations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>1. American Nurses Association (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursingworld.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>ANA<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ANA tops most lists of preferred organizations because it covers a broad scope of practice, provides numerous ways to stay on top of nursing trends and offers comprehensive benefits for all types of registered nurses (RNs). Founded in 1896, it\u2019s one of the nation&#8217;s oldest and largest professional nursing associations. The ANA supports nurses throughout their careers with numerous professional growth opportunities. Some of the ANA\u2019s top perks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advancing your nursing career with free development webinars and resources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Networking and connecting with colleagues<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receiving professional certification discounts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earning free or discounted Continuing Nursing Education credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking part in mentorship programs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding professional opportunities through the ANA Career Center<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receiving career advice and a resume review<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developing leadership skills through the ANA Leadership Institute<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making your voice heard by policymakers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying current on nursing news and trends with members-only journals and publications<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursingworld.org\/membership\/joinANA\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join the ANA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and your State Nurses Association simultaneously to receive full benefits. Nurses in Alaska, Georgia, Louisiana, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota and the District of Columbia may join the ANA Only Limited Membership without state membership. The ANA E-Membership is a virtual membership that offers limited membership benefits, but it\u2019s only available in 12 states, two territories and the District of Columbia. Nursing students may become an ANA Student Subscriber, and those who haven\u2019t earned their registered nursing credentials can become an ANA Subscriber.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. National League for Nursing (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nln.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>NLN<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Founded three years before the ANA in 1893, the NLN is the oldest professional nurse organization in the country. NLN is dedicated to advancing nursing education through professional development, student exam services, research, public policy and nurse educator certification. The NLN offers memberships to individuals, educational organizations, healthcare agencies, nursing associations and other organizations that promote the education of the nursing workforce. Some of the primary benefits for individual members include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receiving substantial savings and privileges at NLN meetings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earning free or discounted NLN publications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Networking with progressive leaders in nursing education at live and virtual events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhancing your leadership skills by joining committees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessing educational and teaching resources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earning discounted certification fees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supporting the future nursing education workforce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessing NLN research grants and NLN Foundation scholarships<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promoting the profession through the Advocacy Action Center<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals may <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nln.org\/membership\/community\/membershipcategories-and-benefits\/individual\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join the NLN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through three categories. Full Individual membership caters to RNs, faculty members, facility administrators and other individuals interested in promoting excellence in nursing education. Graduate Student membership is for anyone currently enrolled in post-baccalaureate studies. Retired membership applies to individuals who are no longer actively working in the nursing field but want to stay connected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. State Nurse Organizations<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State nurses\u2019 organizations are usually state chapters of national organizations and provide some of the same benefits on a state level instead of a national one. The most common state nurse organizations are the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursingworld.org\/membership\/find-my-state\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ANA\u2019s state chapters<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. National nursing organizations with state chapters usually offer joint memberships at discounted rates to give RNs all the benefits of belonging to both groups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belonging to state nursing organizations offers additional networking and educational opportunities within your local region. State groups are also better equipped to help you with state-specific nursing issues, as they concentrate solely on state laws and requirements. Although state groups are generally structured similarly, some may offer more perks than others. Typical benefits include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local networking opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Career and job centers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional development<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leadership opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State association newsletters or other publications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Representation in the state government on nursing issues<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7716 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/12\/Taking-certification-exam-or-HCP-class-Resized-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"Preparing for a certification exam or taking an HCP class\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><b>Specialty Nursing Organizations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional nurse organizations also cater to a range of nursing specialties. Joining organizations directly tied to your specialty offers additional benefits over general nursing organizations because they target educational and career development opportunities to your chosen career path. There are countless nursing organizations tied to specialties. These are just a handful of the more popular groups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsn.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>AMSN<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The AMSN is the only specialty nursing organization dedicated to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/med-surg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical-surgical nurses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the single largest nursing specialty nationwide. Formed in 1991, it now represents more than 10,000 med-surg nurses and provides numerous professional development tools and career guidance specifically for the med-surg nursing specialty. Specific benefits of membership include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscriptions to peer-reviewed journals and member magazines<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounted access to medical articles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over 15 Continuing Education (CE) credits annually<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounted rates for webinars offering CE credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to a two-year archive for active CEs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital Toolkit in iOS and Android mobile apps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AMSN scholarships, grants and awards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounted rates on annual conventions and other events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free nursing continuing professional development every month<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AMSN also has <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsn.org\/membership\/chapters\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">state and local chapters<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help members engage in local education and professional development opportunities. Through your membership, you not only have the chance to join local chapters but also to create a local AMSN chapter if one isn\u2019t available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacn.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>AACN<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The AACN is one of the world\u2019s largest specialty nursing organizations, boasting more than 120,000 members nationwide and around the globe. The international organization currently has over 235 chapters worldwide, allowing nurses to get involved on a local level. Nurses who specialize in caring for acutely and critically ill patients, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/icu-nurse\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ICU nurses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/acute-care\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acute care RNs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, may benefit from AACN membership. Primary perks of membership include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited free CE credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to dashboard tracking certification status, CE and CERPs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility for various grants, scholarships and awards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to an online peer support community<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free subscriptions to peer-reviewed journals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to members-only clinical resources<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on critical care nursing certifications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numerous networking events to grow professional contacts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacn.org\/membership\/aacn-membership-types-and-rates\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join the AACN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> under six membership options, including active membership for licensed RNs interested in critical care nursing. Affiliate memberships are for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/lpn-lvn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LPNs\/LVNs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, non-nurse professionals or LPN or non-nurse students. Students of accredited, professional nursing programs may opt for student memberships. AACN also offers emeritus, retired and digital-only international memberships.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>6. Emergency Nurses Association (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ena.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>ENA<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ENA is a professional nursing association dedicated to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/er-emergency-room-nurse\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">emergency department nurses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> worldwide. Formed in 1970, the group has grown to include over 50,000 members seeking to advance their careers and improve the emergency nursing practice. Besides national opportunities, the ENA boasts more than 180 state councils and local chapters. Benefits of membership include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to the ENA Career Center and ENA Mentoring Program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volunteer and leadership opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free online CE, with new topics added monthly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on education and professional development opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An online forum to discuss topics essential to the emergency nursing community<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on emergency nursing certifications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital subscription to a professional journal containing the latest emergency nursing research<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional RNs may <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ena.org\/membership\/membership-options\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join the ENA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as national or international members. Nurses aged 65 or older qualify for a discounted senior membership, and those currently or formerly in the armed forces may opt for a lower-cost military membership. Nonvoting memberships include affiliate, student and digital-only international member options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>7. American Association of Nurse Practitioners (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aanp.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>AANP<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced practice nurses benefit from membership in the AANP, a nationwide nurse practitioner organization with more than 121,000 members. Established in 1985, the AANP champions the NP role and gives NPs a voice regarding legislation that impacts their careers. Joining the AANP provides many opportunities to strengthen your career and the NP profession while supporting your efforts to positively impact the health of your patients and community. Membership comes with many benefits, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Member-exclusive discounts on clinical reference tools<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on professional NP certifications and recertifications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grants and scholarships specifically for NPs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free subscriptions to two journals related to the NP role<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free or significantly discounted CE activities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to the AANP JobCenter with open NP positions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to newsletters outlining government policy changes and vital NP issues<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numerous networking opportunities online and at AANP conferences and events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to the Advocacy Center to ensure federal representatives hear your voice<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aanp.org\/membership\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join the AANP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at every stage of your career, whether you\u2019re a student, recent grad just starting your career, practicing NP or licensed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nurse practitioner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who\u2019s returned to school for further education. Retired NPs wanting to continue advocating for the NP role enjoy a reduced membership rate, and non-NPs wishing to support the growth of the NP role may join through associate memberships.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>8. Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aorn.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>AORN<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The AORN is a leading national association dedicated to improving surgical patient safety. It was founded in 1949 by operating room nurses seeking to share best practices for patients undergoing operations in surgical rooms nationwide. Joining the AORN supports your personal and professional development as an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/or-operating-room-nurse\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OR nurse<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by connecting you to a close-knit community of surgical nurses and beneficial practice and career resources. Valuable member benefits include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional development opportunities, including early access to national and local job postings, a salary calculator, scholarships, certification prep courses and more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple networking opportunities through local and virtual Chapter memberships, online discussion groups and specialty assemblies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to clinical practice resources, including presentations and ready-to-use templates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More than 200 free CE contact hours to maintain licensure or certification requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to award-winning, peer-reviewed journals and other publications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on global conferences, AORN events, prep courses, education programs, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With multiple membership levels, you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aorn.org\/join\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join the AORN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> community as a nursing student, new RN, staff OR nurse, nurse manager, nurse educator, certified perioperative RN or retired nurse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8109 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"Healthcare students in class\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-1536x806.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-2048x1075.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-705x370.jpg 705w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/Healthcare-classes-Resized-1410x740.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Student Nursing Associations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no better time to get involved with a professional nursing organization than when you\u2019re a student filled with questions. It\u2019s especially important to give yourself a head start and pursue all avenues that lead to enhanced career development before embarking in your chosen field.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>9. National Student Nurses\u2019 Association (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsna.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>NSNA<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSNA is the voice of future nurses and is dedicated to fostering the professional development of nursing students in diploma, associate, baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs. Founded in 1952, the NSNA is now 60,000 members strong. It mentors students preparing for initial licensure, offers career development support and conveys the standards, skills and ethics needed as members of the nursing profession. Membership perks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free online professional portfolio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholarship and awards opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscriptions to professional student nurse magazines<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Networking and career planning opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nursing student resource guides<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on study tools, NCLEX resources, school supplies and more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Student membership discounts for select professional nurse organizations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community outreach and leadership development opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounts on registration fees for the NSNA Annual Convention and MidYear Conference<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>10. Health Occupations Students of America (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/hosa.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>HOSA<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HOSA caters to all types of future health professionals, including nursing, medical, dental and allied health occupations. It\u2019s an international student-led organization, initially conceived in six charter states in 1975. It has grown to include 5,200 chapters in 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Canada, Mexico, China and Korea. Member benefits and opportunities include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accessing applications for HOSA-sponsored and partner-sponsored scholarships<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeking health-related internship opportunities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Searching for job opportunities and posting resumes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning about career opportunities through the International Competitive Events Program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscribing to the HOSA eMagazine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Membership is open to middle school, high school and college students wanting to enter the healthcare profession. Students <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hosa.org\/join\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">join HOSA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through an online Affiliate Process through their local advisor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Travel Nursing Associations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>11. Professional Association of Nurse Travelers (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pantravelers.org\/manage\/about-us\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>PANTravelers<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PANTravelers provides a comprehensive educational resource for nurse travelers and other healthcare travelers in the U.S. Established in 2007, it offers professional development, essential information relevant to healthcare travelers and various tools and resources. Membership perks include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travelers pay calculator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-employment testing information<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal advice and services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assistance with taxes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unbiased education information<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips from experienced travelers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Articles on pertinent topics<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Membership is open to current travelers or those interested in traveling as healthcare professionals. PANTravelers offers a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pantravelers.org\/basic-members\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">basic membership<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with limited benefits and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pantravelers.org\/memberships\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">full membership<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with complete access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Kickstart Your Career with Professional Memberships<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each professional nurse organization has an associated membership fee. Groups with state chapters require members to pay separate fees for national and state memberships. Joining several organizations can get pricey for this reason. It\u2019s wise to compare all the benefits offered by each organization to determine which one(s) best fits your career development needs. If you\u2019re ready to build your resume and career, take your nursing journey to the next level by joining one of these or another professional nursing organization of your choice today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"background-color: #124e3b; color: #fdfeff; font-size: 20px; border-radius: 10px; padding: 15px; min-height: 30px; min-width: 120px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/browse-jobs\/landing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse Jobs<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to develop your career by exploring our top nursing organization picks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":5461,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[290,294,303,75],"class_list":["post-5456","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-career-resources","tag-discipline","tag-employment","tag-permanent","tag-rn"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Nurse-organization-scaled-e1735853099778.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5456","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5456"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5456\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5461"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5456"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5456"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5456"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}